HV Cable Rating Calculations Combining IEC 60287 with the Finite Element Technique

The IEC 60287 series of standards provides equations for calculating high-voltage power cable current ratings based on an equivalent thermal model. Problems with the standard methods include they are limited to certain installation configurations and make assumptions that are often inaccurate. For example, they are unsuitable for solar farm installations where dozens of power circuits are installed in shallow trenches within multiple backfills. Attendees will learn how the problems can be addressed using computer software combining the IEC standard method with the finite element technique to achieve more accurate cable current ratings for flexible installation conditions.

Speakers

Jayson Patrick

Jayson is the Technical Director at Electrotechnik, a company that develops leading electrical power system design and analysis software. Jayson has extensive experience working on large-scale power systems projects in high voltage design, testing/commissioning, and power system analysis roles along with two decades of experience in professional software development. 

Jayson has a master’s degree in electrical power engineering, and he leads a multi-disciplinary team of developers, cloud architects, UI designers, electrical power engineers, and Ph.D. researchers. Jayson’s role at Electrotechnik involves developing new software and complex algorithms for electrical power systems design, where he is using a combination of technologies, multiple programming languages, and agile development practices.